EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR of Innovation and Technology & ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE or full CLINICAL PROFESSOR of Restorative Clinical Sciences / UMKC School of Dentistry
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 29, 2024
Hiring Department
UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of DENTISTRY
Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences
The UMKC Dental School is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System's NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.
Job Description
Executive Director of Innovation and Technology
The University of Missouri School of Dentistry (UMKC SOD) seeks applications for an extremely qualified individual to have the opportunity to be part of a dental school with a vision for the future involving innovation and technology into dental practice. Reporting to the Dean, the Director's primary role is to develop a vision for the entire school around innovation and technology by engaging with constituents to modernize the program and implement strategies to elevate the status of UMKC SOD as a premier institution with technology that impacts and improves patient care and learning experiences.
The position is a full-time, non-tenure track position at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level. The Assistant/Associate/Professor will meet our Strategic Pillar of creating a culture of innovation, using technology in an evidenced-based approach, to improve patient care. They will lead the Digital Dentistry Curriculum Committee with the goal of coordinating innovation and technology across the entire school, which includes dental hygiene, the pre-doctoral DDS program, and the Advanced Education Programs. This person will also lead the training of students, residents, and faculty to become familiar with these technological developments, implement their uses and evaluate outcomes to determine educational and patient care effectiveness.
At the university level, the Director will be the primary liaison of the UMKC SOD to work across disciplines and industry to foster a culture of innovation within UMKC and the SOD. In addition, they will help create and facilitate the development of continuing education programs that will be managed by the UMKC SOD for the benefit of the alumni and dentists in the community.
Furthermore, the following responsibilities are expected from the Director:
· Explore new technologies that can be applied to clinical dentistry in patient care that contributes to the UMKC SOD's mission and strategic plan and pillars.
· Chair the Digital Dentistry Program Committee in coordinating the use of innovation and technology across the different disciplines within the UMKC SOD and serve as liaison to the SOD Curriculum Committee.
· Work with other departments, Chairs, and Directors of programs, and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs within the SOD, to create a cohesive plan of incorporating technology into the core curriculum, clinical and advanced educational programs that deliver care to patients.
· Designing different workflows for areas to achieve the mission and goals of the UMKC SOD.
· Design and supervise a Digital Design Center.
· Work across campus to create interdisciplinary collaborations and opportunities for the UMKC SOD to collaborate with other units of the university in innovation and the use of technology in dentistry.
Other Responsibilities: The Director may have the opportunity for clinical and patient care in the Dental Faculty Practice.
Qualifications
· CandidatesshouldhaveaDMD/DDSdegreeorequivalent
· EligibilityforMissouriDentalFaculty permit is requiredhttps://pr.mo.gov/dental-application-forms.asp
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a master clinician with excellent proficiency in Digital Dentistry technology. A track record in innovation and administrative experience also is desired. Previous experience working in an academic environment and advanced specialty training are preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The School of Dentistry offers a competitive salary commensurate with rank, experience, credentials, and education.
Application Materials
Applications must be submitted through the UMKC recruitment portal to be considered.Academic Job ID 49251www.umkc.edu/jobs.
Applicants should submit:
· a letter of interest which aligns your experience and qualifications with the job description,
· a current Curriculum Vitae,
· names and current contact information for three professional references in one Word or PDF document.
Please combine all application materials into one PDF or MicroSoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
· Please direct inquiries about the position and correspondence to:Bill Marse,(MarseW@umkc.edu)Director of Biomedical Communications, UMKC School of Dentistry.
· If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
· Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for applicants who progress to the finalist stage.
Application Deadline
Review of applications begins upon receipt, the position remains open until a qualified applicant is hired.
Other Information
This is a 12-month, full-time, benefit-eligible, ranked non-tenure track faculty position with at-will administrative duties as the Executive Director. Start date is negotiable. Opportunity for ranked promotion is provided.
Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.
The School of Dentistryoperates a public student dental clinic and a faculty practice which serve patients throughout the KC metropolitan area. We provide a critical education outlet for Kansas and several other states without a dental school. UMKC is the only institution in Missouri offering advanced education residency programs in General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, and Endodontics.
UMKCis a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with multifarious communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, more economically secure quality of life.
A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy drive.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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